1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Prius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Prius weights approximately 306 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | 33 | Prius |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |